Criteria and Guidlines

1. Be a graduating African-American male or female or holds a GED equivalent.
2. Submit one letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher or administrator.
3. Furnish one letter of recommendation from a minister or community leader.
4. Present an original transcript showing GPA and SAT/ACT scores and include a copy of your most recent class schedule.
5. Supply one 3x5 color photo.
6. Complete a typed essay (300 words) describing “Why Community Service is Important”.
7. Submit scholarship application to be received by April 1st.
8. Be interviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
9. Provide a copy of the family W2 Form from the previous year to be used in the selection process.
10. Be recommended by the scholarship committee; recommendations will be presented to the Board.
11. Provide proof of enrollment to the committee (Example: Enrollment Certificate, Class or Fee Schedule if selected).
12. Be aware that all application materials will become the property of the Board and will be properly discarded after the selection process.
13. Mail applications to:
    Delta Education and Charitable Foundation
    Attn: Barbara J. Branch
    P.O. Box 42227
    Houston, Texas 77242-2227